Appeal launched after teen struck by car in Kilmarnock

The accident took place on June 29 <i>(Image: Newsquest)</i>
The accident took place on June 29 (Image: Newsquest)
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AN appeal has been launched after a teenager was struck by a car in Kilmarnock.

The incident happened around 1.25pm on Sunday, June 29, on the A735 Kilmaurs Road, north of the Altonhill roundabout.

The vehicle involved was a white Volkswagen Tiguan.

Emergency services attended the scene and the pedestrian, an 18-year-old woman, was taken to the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital.

She has since been discharged. The road was closed for several hours to allow for investigation.

Constable Kieran Boyle said: "Our enquiries are ongoing to establish the exact circumstances of this collision.

"I would appeal to anyone who was in the area at the time who may have witnessed the incident to please contact.

"In addition, motorists who may have relevant dash-cam footage are asked to get in touch."

Anyone with information is asked to contact Police Scotland on 101, quoting incident 1704 of June 29, 2025.

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